David, Joelle and Johnnie Besnette

I did the test on this site here to find out my life expectancy, and it said 94.   I can live with that, so to speak!

I do like Journey even though most people would tell me to buy a welcome mat to the year 2008.  They have a new singer, and his story is quite amazing.   See the video….

A friend of mine that I have known and been friends with since we were both riding big-wheels together in Flagstaff, Arizona over 30 years ago came through town last night and we had a really nice time meeting their “new” 21 month old son Tyler.   Jeff comes through Denver about every year and I am always really glad that we can get together.  I have a lot of respect for Jeff and Kathy – hauling 3 small (adorable) kids on a road trip from Arizona to South Dakota, and then Kansas and back.    We went and had a really nice dinner and and microbrew last night.  It was really great seeing them! A few more photos here

I can’t say I really disagree with this one

 Here’s the article

The Effect of Not Doing
When We Don’t Take Action Life is sculpted on a moment-to-moment basis. Every one of the thoughts we think, the words we speak, and the actions we take contributes to the complex quality and character of the universe’s unfolding. It simply is not possible to be alive without making an impact on the world that surrounds us. Every action taken affects the whole as greatly as every action not taken. And when it comes to making the world a better place, what we choose not to do can be just as important as what we choose to do.

For example, when we neglect to recycle, speak up, vote, or help somebody in immediate need, we are denying ourselves the opportunity to be an agent for positive change. Instead, we are enabling a particular course to continue unchallenged, picking up speed even at it goes along. By holding the belief that our actions don’t make much of a difference, we may find that we often tend to forego opportunities for involvement. Alternatively, if we see ourselves as important participants in an ever-evolving world, we may feel more inspired to contribute our unique perspective and gifts to a situation.

It is wise to be somewhat selective about how and where we are using our energy in order to keep ourselves from becoming scattered. Not every cause or action is appropriate for every person. When a situation catches our attention, however, and speaks to our heart, it is important that we honor our impulse to help and take the action that feels right for us. It may be offering a kind word to a friend, giving resources to people in need, or just taking responsibility for our own behavior. By doing what we can, when we can, we add positive energy to our world. And sometimes, it may be our one contribution that makes all the difference. What do you think?

From the dailyom.com

A big day at the Besnette household – Johnnie’s first big-wheel.